Problem
Problem noun - Something that requires thought and skill for resolution.
Theme and problem are semantically related In some cases you can use "Theme" instead a noun "Problem".
Nearby Words: problematic, problematical
Theme
Theme noun - A major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition).
Usage example: this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death
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Synonyms for Theme
Problem and theme are semantically related in idea topic. Sometimes you can use "Problem" instead a noun "Theme".
Nearby Word: thematic
Mutual synonyms
How words are described
| particular | particular problem | particular theme |
| similar | similar problem | similar theme |
| usual | usual problem | usual theme |
| common | common problem | common theme |
| Other adjectives: specific, original, obvious, actual, entire, real, constant, big, huge, main, new, unique, major, general, final, minor, different, recurring, underlying. | ||
Both words in one sentence
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Idiosyncratic Episode Naming: The entire first season uses one-word titles that describe the main problem or theme of the episode.
Source: Series / Stargate Universe -
Most of them are about a specific theme or problem that young people might face.
Source: Creator / Jacqueline Wilson -
The Penguin has a similar problem with his theme as he is the only normal member of a theme of animalistic humanoids.
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